After weeks of staying out of the public eye, BTS’s Jimin has been seen in public for the first time since his agency, BigHit Music, confirmed a past relationship with actress Song Da-eun. The singer’s casual airport appearance has reassured fans, while his recent bold fashion statement at Paris Fashion Week has solidified his status as a global style icon.
Agency Confirms Past Relationship with Song Da-eun
In a rare move, BigHit Music released an official statement on August 31 addressing the personal life of one of its artists. The agency confirmed that Jimin and actress Song Da-eun had indeed been in a relationship, but stressed that it was firmly in the past.
The agency’s statement read: “The artist and the individual in question were once acquainted with mutual affection in the past, but that was several years ago, and they are not in a relationship at present. We ask that you refrain from making reckless speculations about their private lives.”
This marked the first time the agency has officially confirmed a dating rumor involving any member of BTS. Rumors had swirled around other members like Jungkook and V in the past, but the company had never before issued a formal confirmation.
The confirmation came after Song Da-eun posted a since-deleted TikTok video on August 27 that showed her surprising Jimin at an elevator. The clip quickly went viral, intensifying online speculation about their connection. In the video, a surprised Jimin is heard saying, “Oh my. Did you know I was coming in? I came here deliberately without informing you.”
Fan Reactions and Privacy Concerns
The viral video and subsequent dating rumors sparked significant reaction from BTS’s dedicated fanbase, ARMY. While some fans expressed curiosity about the relationship, many were fiercely protective of Jimin’s privacy and critical of the video being shared publicly.
One fan questioned, “Where’s the respect for his privacy?” while another called the video “extremely invasive” and wondered if Jimin knew it had been posted. The sentiment was echoed by others who felt the posting of the personal moment crossed a boundary, regardless of their past relationship.
Song Da-eun, who first gained fame on the 2018 reality dating show Heart Signal 2, reportedly addressed the harassment she received during a live stream, tearfully asking people to stop and stating she would take legal action against those labeling her a stalker.
Jimin’s Return to the Public Eye
Following the controversy, Jimin had been keeping a low profile, causing concern among fans. However, he was recently spotted at an airport, marking his first public appearance since the situation unfolded.
The singer sported a casual look with glasses and his signature blonde hair, waving to fans who had gathered to see him. Social media was flooded with relief and excitement from ARMY, with one fan declaring, “This airport look will go down in history,” and others simply expressing joy that “He’s back!”
The appearance served as a reassurance to fans who had been worried about the singer during the intense public scrutiny of his private life.
A Bold Fashion Statement in Paris
More recently, Jimin has shifted attention back to his career with a stunning appearance at Paris Fashion Week. Attending the Dior 2026 Women’s S/S show, the singer made waves with a daring and bold fashion choice.
Jimin stepped out in an open blazer that put his toned physique on display, complete with blonde hair and a chic overall look. The jaw-dropping outfit quickly trended on social media, with fans dubbing him “Prince Jimin.” His appearance was so impactful that it broke the internet, trending with over 1 million posts following the Dior fashion show.
The fashion week appearance demonstrates Jimin’s continued global influence and his ability to command attention for his professional work, moving past the recent personal controversies.
Moving Forward as a Group
Jimin and his BTS bandmates are currently in an active period described as the group’s “Chapter 2” era. The seven-member group is reportedly gearing up for their first album in four years, which will be their first release as a complete group since Proof in 2022.
The new record, scheduled for release in Spring 2026, has been in production since the members began working on it in the US in July. This upcoming project marks a significant moment for the group and their fans, representing their first full-group album since beginning their mandatory military service commitments.
As for Jimin’s personal life, BigHit Music’s statement firmly closed the chapter on the dating rumors, confirming a past connection but emphasizing his current single status. The agency noted they had chosen to speak out only because “speculative reports concerning the artist’s personal life have continued to surface and groundless rumors have been circulating.”
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